Simon Hodson over at the CODATA blog, gives a great overview of the background to the principles and the process that created the harmonised versions.

I'd really encourage everyone to go and endorse the principles - you can do this on a personal level, or even on an institutional one.

Of course, we're not resting on our laurels now that the principles are out there and being endorsed - a follow on group has been created to implement the principles. If you're interested in joining this implementation effort, then please do get in touch with the group leaders!